New developments in maternal fetal medicine

Review some of the top stories from the Contemporary OB/GYN website over the last week, and catch up on anything you may have missed.

A national study reveals that fewer than 1 in 3 children with hepatitis C receive care, with significant gaps linked to race, region, and age.

A new study finds first-trimester trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole use increases the risk of congenital malformations compared to β-lactam antibiotics.

A large Swedish study reveals a 21% higher risk of acute lymphoblastic leukemia in children born via planned cesarean section compared to vaginal delivery.

A recent randomized trial found no significant improvement in birth weight or key birth outcomes from antenatal trimethoprim–sulfamethoxazole prophylaxis in human immunodeficiency virus-positive pregnant women.

A large European study finds that exposure to fine particulate matter during pregnancy may increase the risk of childhood overweight and obesity, especially in children aged 9 to 12 years.